Monaco locked in! F1's crown jewel secures street race throne until 2035

 

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Formula One (F1) and the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) have announced today (5^th of September), a contract extension ensuring that F1 will continue racing on the streets of Monaco through 2035. The new agreement was announced to secure the race’s future for at least 10 more years, starting from the current deal’s expansion.

Iconic Monaco street circuit winds through Monte Carlo and La Condamine, including landmarks like Casino square as well as the tunnel.

His Serene Highness, Prince Albert II of Monaco, said; “The renewal of the Monaco Grand Prix until 2035 is in keeping with a sporting and historical tradition to which the Principality remains deeply attached.”

Preserving one of F1’s most historic and prestigious events, known for its glamour, challenge and global appeal. The extension reflects Monaco’s continued importance to the sport’s heritage and commercial value.

One of the sport’s most enduring races having featured on the World Championship calendar in F1’s inaugural year in 1950 has given the sport iconic memories and incredible triumphs and heartbreak.

Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO at Formula One, said: “The streets of Monaco have been echoing with the sound of Formula 1 since the earliest days of the sport, so I’m delighted to announced the extension of this fantastic event to 2035.”

Since those early days, the Circuit de Monaco has demanded the greatest skill and concentration from drivers combined with glamour as well as unique setting, the race in Monte Carlo is recognised as one of the most famous sporting events in the world.

In 2024, hometown hero Charles Leclerc created history when became the first Monegasque in F1 history to win the Grand Prix and this year, Lando Norris secured his first ever win in the principality.

Michel Boeri, President of the Automobile Club of Monaco, said: “The Automobile Club de Monaco is delighted with this four year extension which reflects the strong and enduring relationship between Formula 1 and the Principality of Monaco.”

From the rest of the current line-up of drivers, Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have all won multiple times on the streets of Monaco too.